Babagana Zulum Anoints Mustapha Gubio

Babagana Zulum, the Governor of Nigeria — Borno State, has publicly endorsed Mustapha Gubio, his Commissioner for Works, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement was made in Abuja during the presentation of expression of interest and nomination forms of the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress to Mustapha Gubio. Babagana Zulum explained that his decision is aimed at ensuring continuity in the development strides and governance standards established during his administration. He highlighted Mustapha Gubio's exceptional capacity in overseeing critical infrastructure projects, particularly housing development, and his significant role in rebuilding communities affected by insurgency, such as Bama, Konduga, Damasak, and Mafa Local Government Areas. This endorsement reflects a strategic decision focused on maintaining peace, resilience, and transformational governance in Nigeria — Borno State.